Juicy Chicken Drumsticks - Indo-Chinese Style
Summary
- This recipe features tender chicken drumsticks marinated in a blend of Indian spices, coated with flour, and shallow-fried until golden. The fried chicken is then tossed in a savory and tangy sauce made with onions, soy sauce, and other aromatics, resulting in a delicious and juicy appetizer or main course.
All Ingredients - For the Marinade
- Chicken Drumsticks 6-7 nos
- Salt to taste
- Turmeric Powder 1 tsp
- Red Chilli Powder 1 tsp
- Coriander Powder 1 1/2 tsp
- Pepper Powder 1 tsp
- Lemon 1/2
- Besan Flour (Gram Flour) 2 tbsp
- Corn Flour 2 tbsp
All Ingredients - For the Sauce
- Oil for frying
- Onion 1/4 cup, sliced
- Green Chilli 2
- Curry Leaves a few
- Salt to taste
- Ginger Garlic Paste 1 tbsp
- Spring Onion (white part) 2 tbsp, chopped
- Soy Sauce 1 tbsp
- Vinegar 1 tbsp
- Tomato Chilli Sauce 1 tbsp
- Spring Onion (green part) for garnish
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
- Mixing bowl
- Bowl
Plan Ahead
Up to 30 min of hands-off time you can shift to earlier.
- Step 3 · Marinate30 min
Rest the Chicken Cover the bowl and let the chicken rest and marinate for 30 minutes.
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Cornstarch?
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (per 1 tbsp cornstarch)
- Arrowroot powder (1:1)
- Tapioca starch (1:1)
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Curry leaves?
- 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
No Soy sauce?
- Tamari (1:1) — Gluten-free option.
- Coconut aminos (1:1, milder & sweeter)
- Worcestershire sauce + a pinch of salt
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, take the chicken drumsticks. Add salt, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, coriander powder, and pepper powder. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.
Step 2: Add Lemon and Flours
Squeeze half a lemon over the spiced chicken. Add besan flour and corn flour. Mix thoroughly until the chicken is well-coated with the marinade and flours.
Step 3: Rest the Chicken
Cover the bowl and let the chicken rest and for .
Step 4: Shallow Fry the Chicken (First Side)
Heat oil in a wide pan over medium heat. Carefully place the chicken drumsticks in the hot oil. Fry on a low flame for .
Step 5: Shallow Fry the Chicken (Second Side)
Flip the chicken pieces over. Continue to fry on a low flame for another until they are cooked through and have a golden-brown crust on all sides.
Step 6: Prepare the Sauce Base
Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pan and set it aside. In the same pan with the remaining oil, add sliced onions, green chillies, and curry leaves. until the onions become translucent.
Step 7: Add Aromatics and Sauces
Add a pinch of salt, ginger-garlic paste, and the chopped white parts of the spring onion. for a minute. Then, add soy sauce, vinegar, and tomato chilli sauce. Mix and everything together for about a minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 8: Combine Chicken and Sauce
Add the fried chicken drumsticks back into the pan with the sauce. Toss everything together gently to ensure each piece of chicken is well-coated with the sauce. Fry for .
Step 9: Garnish and Serve
Transfer the juicy chicken drumsticks to a serving bowl. Garnish with freshly chopped spring onion greens and a squeeze of lemon. Serve hot.
Pro Tips
• Frying the chicken on a low flame ensures it cooks through without burning the outer coating.
• Letting the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes helps the flavors to penetrate the meat.
Variations
• You can use chicken wings or boneless chicken pieces instead of drumsticks.
• Adjust the amount of red chilli powder and green chillies to suit your spice preference.
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